The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Nigeria Police Force to prosecute Senator Francis Fadahunsi, Kuje Area Council Chairman Samuel Shekwolo and Borno State Commissioner Sainna Buba over alleged inflammatory political statements.
It warned that failure to act could encourage violence ahead of the 2027 elections.
In a statement by its national coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Nnadozie Onwubiko, the Fights Group said the three cases should not end with invitations and questioning.
It insisted that prosecution, where investigations establish prima facie cases, would send a strong deterrent message to politicians who may seek to intimidate opponents or incite violence.
The rights group expressed concern over the apparent lack of progress in the cases.
It noted that the development came despite warnings by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the police against inflammatory rhetoric ahead of the 2027 polls.
HURIWA said inviting alleged offenders for questioning without following through with investigations and possible prosecution could weaken public confidence in the enforcement of electoral laws.
HURIWA specifically cited a video allegedly showing Fadahunsi making statements interpreted as inciting violence against opposition supporters during the Osun State governorship election.
Although the senator was reportedly invited by the police for questioning, HURIWA said Nigerians deserve to know the outcome of the investigation and whether any charges will follow.
The group argued that political status should not shield any individual from accountability if evidence establishes an offence.
HURIWA also raised concerns over alleged threats attributed to Shekwolo against residents who did not support the APC.
It recalled calls for action by the National Human Rights Commission.
The group said the authorities should make public the status of any investigation into the allegations.
HURIWA similarly demanded a thorough investigation into alleged threats made by Buba against opposition supporters.
It stressed that holding public office should not confer immunity from criminal accountability.
HURIWA warned against selective enforcement of laws governing political conduct.
It said equal application of the law was essential to preventing violence and intimidation during elections.
The group urged the police to conclude investigations promptly and prosecute anyone found culpable, regardless of political affiliation or position.
According to HURIWA, decisive action before the 2027 elections would demonstrate that inflammatory political rhetoric has consequences.
It said such action would also discourage others from making statements capable of triggering violence.
HURIWA maintained that Nigerians must be able to participate in the electoral process without fear, intimidation or threats.
It urged security agencies to move beyond warnings and demonstrate that the law will be enforced.
